When you destroy forests, you jeopardise clean water supply

Children from Kampung Orang Asli Ulu Semei, Bentong, Pahang playing at the Sungai Ulu Semei river. Photos: The Star/Low Lay Phon

From Cameron Highlands and Penang Hill to Gua Musang in Kelantan, deforestation around the country is jeopardising our environment.

In late September, orang asli (indigenous people) made headlines by forming blockades at the Balah Forest Reserve, 60km away from Gua Musang, to stop loggers from entering.